AR 200-1 — Environmental Protection And Enhancement
AR 200-1 governs Army implementation of environmental laws and Department of Defense policies for protecting and restoring environmental quality.
- Publication number: AR 200-1
- Title: ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AND ENHANCEMENT
- Date: 04/15/2026
- Proponent: ASA (IE&E)
- Status: ACTIVE
View AR 200-1 on armypubs.army.mil
Related publications
- ARMY DIR 2020-08 (armypubs)
- ARMY DIR 2020-10
AR 200-1 covers environmental planning, asset management, pest management, cultural resources, pollution prevention, materials, waste, spills, cleanup, noise, and program review. It requires environmental considerations in installation plans, controls for hazardous materials and storage tanks, spill planning, training, monitoring, and corrective action.
Topics covered
- Environmental planning
- Pest management
- Cultural resources
- Pollution prevention
- Hazardous materials
- Storage tank systems
- Environmental cleanup
- Operational noise
Questions and answers
What must installation strategic planning incorporate?
Installation strategic planning incorporates the concepts and philosophy of sustainability, the ultimate objective in strategic planning, and must be applied to and supported by all functional areas within the command. (paragraph 3-1)
What hazardous material purchases are generally prohibited?
Use of government IMPAC credit cards to purchase HM is generally prohibited, and may only be allowed on a case-by-case basis by GCs or their designated representative. (paragraph 9-1)
Can non-DoD hazardous materials be stored on Army installations?
Do not allow the transport, storage, or disposal of non-DoD hazardous materials on Army installations unless approved by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army (Installations, Energy, and Environment) (OASA (IE&E)), his or her designee, or higher authority. (paragraph 9-1)
What must storage tanks used for oil and hazardous substances protect?
Storage tanks used to transport, store, and handle oil and hazardous substances will be managed to protect the environment and public health. (paragraph 11-3)
How often must the SPCCP be reviewed?
Ensure the SPCCP is reviewed at least once every 5 years. (paragraph 11-4)